Qing Dynasty. 18^th-19^th centuries

China National Silk Museum, Hangzhou

L150cm, W210cm

This dragon robe in auspicious colors has a round collar, large front panels opening to the right, full front and back and horseshoe cuffs. The brocaded designs include mang dragons with four-talon claws, pounding waves, reef rocks and clouds, indication that this garment was the exclusive use of the members of the imperial family or was intended as an imperial gift to a high-ranking official. (XY)